4-Ingredient Stovetop Macaroni and Cheese

Can creamy, cheesy stovetop mac and cheese perfection be achieved with just four ingredients? You bet your buttons—and this easy macaroni and cheese recipe proves it.

📝 Ingredients

• 1/2 teaspoons sea salt
• 1 pound elbow macaroni or cavatappi
• 1 cup heavy cream
• 6 ounces cheddar cheese, shredded (about 2 cups)
• 1 1/2 ounces Parmesan cheese, freshly grated (about 3/4 a cup)
• freshly cracked black pepper, to taste
• sriracha, for serving (optional)

👨‍🍳 Instructions

1. 1Cook the pasta: Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil over high heat. Cook the pasta until al dente according to package instructions, about 9-11 minutes.
2. 2Make the cream: Meanwhile, heat the cream in a large saucepan, over medium heat until it begins to bubble. Stir in the cheddar and parmesan and season with remaining ½ teaspoon salt and pepper; cook, stirring often, until the cheese has melted, 5-7 minutes.
3. 3Combine ingredients: Drain the pasta, then add it to the sauce and stir until combined.
4. 4Garnish and serve: Top with Sriracha if using.